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Poulan Pro PRGT25H48A Owner's Manual

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IMPORTANT
MANUAL
Do Not Throw
Away
Poulan
_q
OWNER'S
MANUAL
MODEL:
PRGT25H48A
LAWN TRACTOR
_bWARNING:
Read
the
Owner's
Manual
and
follow
all Warnings
and
Safety
Instructions.
Failure
to
do so
can
result
in serious
injury.
Always
Wear
Eye Protection
During
Operation
181515
Rev. 2 06.17.02
RH
Printed in U.S.A.

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  • Page 1 IMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away Poulan OWNER'S MANUAL _bWARNING: MODEL: Read Owner's Manual follow all Warnings Safety PRGT25H48A Instructions. Failure do so result in serious injury. LAWN TRACTOR Always Wear Eye Protection During Operation 181515 Rev. 2 06.17.02 Printed in U.S.A.
  • Page 2 SAFETY RULES SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR RIDE-ON MOWERS IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. I. GENERAL OPERATION DO NOT: •...
  • Page 3 SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers Be sure the area isclear of other people before mowing. Stop Look for this symbol to point out im- machine if anyone enters the area. portant safety precautions. It means • Never carry passengers or children even with the blades off. CAUTION!!! BECOMEALERT!!! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED.
  • Page 4 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES Read and observe the safety rules. GASOLINE CAPACITY 5.0 GALLONS • Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, cadng for and AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR using your tractor. OILTYPE (API-SF-SJ): SAE 30 (above 32°F) • Follow the instructionsunder"Customer Responsibili- SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) ties"...
  • Page 5 UNASSEMBLED PARTS Gauge Wheel Steering Wheel (4) Adjusting f" ® Steering Sleeve (4) Wheels Steering Sleeve (4) Clevis Pins Extension Steering Steering Wheel Adapter Wheel Insert ,.,(4) Washers (4) Locknut 3/8-16 /e x 3/4 x 14Ca. Seat (4) Shoulder Bolt Nose Roller (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge...
  • Page 6 ASSEMBLY Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness.
  • Page 7 ASSEMBLY • Be sure all the above assembly steps have been INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3) completed. Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob. • Check engine oil level and fill fuel tank with gasoline• Remove adjustment knob and flat washer securing seat •...
  • Page 8 ASSEMBLY TO ATTACH NOSE ROLLER (See Fig. 5) • Lower mower linkage with attachment lift control. 1. Assemble brackets "A" and "B" to the inside of mower • Be sure belt tension rod is in disengaged position. mounting brackets as shown. Tighten securely. •...
  • Page 9 ASSEMBLY ,/CHECKL IS T CHECK TIRE PRESSURE BEFORE YOU OPERA TEAND ENJOY YOUR NEW TRAC- TOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for BEST PERFORMANCEAND SA TISFAC TION FROM THIS shipping purposes.
  • Page 10 OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature suppled with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. f :l A ,= BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING ENG,NEON ENG,NEOFF O,LPRESSORE L, GHTSON OVI,_=P I FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE...
  • Page 11 OPERATION KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR. Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize you rself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. IGNITION SWITCH LIGHT SWITCH...
  • Page 12 OPERATION The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses.
  • Page 13 OPERATION TO OPERATE ON HILLS (See Fig. 9) TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when they are slightly offthe ground when mower is at the desired cutting height in hills with slopes greater than 15 ° and operating position.
  • Page 14 OPERATION BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE Insert key into ignition and turn key clockwise "START" position and release key as soon as engine CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL starts. Do not run starter continuously for more than fifteen seconds per minute. If the engine does not start •...
  • Page 15 OPERATION MOWING TIPS PURGE TRANSMISSION • Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housing is attached to tractor. freewheel lever while the engine is • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing CAUTION: Neverengageordisengage performance. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in running.
  • Page 16 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES FILL IN DATES AS YOU C OMPLETE REGULARSERVICE _'_d/_ ERVICE DATE S Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence Interlock Systems Check for Loose Fasteners Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaide Cooling Check V-Belts...
  • Page 17 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TRACTOR BLADE MANDREL ASSEMBLY Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- nance. CENTER HOLE BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at (SPECIAL) high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE"...
  • Page 18 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TO CLEAN BA'N-ERY AND TERMINALS TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Figs. 15 and 16) Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause the Determine temperature range expected before oil change. battery to "leak" power. All oil must meet API service classification SF-SJ. •...
  • Page 19 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES AIR FILTER (See Fig. 17) IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 18) Your engine will not run properly using a dirtyair filter. Clean The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. If fuel the foam pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of operation or filter becomes clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carburetor, every season.
  • Page 20 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key. Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug.
  • Page 21 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS Check adjustment on right side of tractor. Position any TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING blade so the tip is pointing straight forward. Measure Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or distance "B" at front and rear tip of the blade. driveway.
  • Page 22 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT MOWER DRIVE BELT INSTALLATION (See Fig. 24) • Install belt in both idlers. MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL (See Fig. 24) Install new belt onto electric clutch pulley. • Park tractor on a level surface. Engage parking brake. Roll belt into upper groove of R.H.
  • Page 23 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT TO ADJUST ATTACHMENT CLUTCH (See Fig. 25) (See Fig. 26) Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. The electric cJutch should provide years of service. The clutch has a built-in brake that stops the pulley within 5 •...
  • Page 24 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS BELT INSTALLATION - TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPLACEMENT Install new belt around engine pulley first, then around Should your transmission require removal for service or transaxte pulley and lastly into all the idler pulleys. replacement, it should be purged after reinstallation and before operating the tractor.
  • Page 25 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER - FRONT WHEEL (See Fig. 31) • BLACK cable first from chassis and then from the fully • Block up axle securely. charged battery. Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to allow RED cable last from both batteries.
  • Page 26 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY • Raise hood. (See Fig. 34) Raise hood. • PuUbulbholderoutoftheholeinthebacksideofthegrill. Replace bulb in holder and push bulb bolder securely • Unsnap headlight wire connector. back into the hole in the backside of the grill. •...
  • Page 27 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ENGINE STOP TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE (See Fig. 35) The throttle control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. Check adjustment as described below before loosening cable. If adjustment is necessary, proceed as follows: •...
  • Page 28 STORAGE ENGINE Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more. FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT gasoline in the tank inside a building DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL SYSTEM...
  • Page 29 TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS CAUSE CORRECTION PROBLEM will not start Out of fuel. Fill fuel tank. Engine not =CHOKED" properly. See "TO START ENGINE" in Operation section. Engine flooded. Wait several minutes before attempting to start. Bad spark plug. Replace spark plug. Dirty air filter.
  • Page 30 TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Faulty operator-safety presence control system. Check widng, switches and connections. If not Engine continues to run corrected, contact an authorized service center/ when operator leaves sea with attachment clutch department. engaged poor cut- uneven Worn, bent or loose blade. Replace blade.
  • Page 31 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRGT25H48A SCHEMATIC o Ill o cK BATrERY SOLENOID • 16 AMp OC @ :_0 REG_ • CHARGING SYSTI_M OUTPUT RE D 28 VOLTS PTO SWITCH HEADLIGHTS CIRCUIT I PosmoN C+G,B+H IGNITION SWITCH C+F,B+E,A+D POSITION CIRCUIT "MAKE"...
  • Page 32 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRGT25H48A ELECTRICAL 28i _, -.:yP...
  • Page 33 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRGT25H48A ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 144927 Battery 74760412 Bolt Hex Head 1/4-20 x 3/4 7603J Tray, Battery 145211 Bolt Btr Ftt 1/4-20 X 7.5 zinc 150109 Holdown Battery Front Mount 145769 Nut Push Nylon 1/4" 176138 Switch Interlock Push-In 175688...
  • Page 34 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRGT25H48A CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES _130 119 165...
  • Page 35 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRGT25H48A CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 180372 Rail, Frame RH 176016 Bracket Asm., Susp Chassis Lh 175282 Drawbar, Gt 175315 Bracket Asm., Fender 73680700 Nut. Crownlock 7/16-14Unc 17060620 Screw 3/8-16 x 1-1/4 163976X428 Dash 17490508...
  • Page 36 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRGT25H48A GROUND DRIVE 122.
  • Page 37 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRGT25H48A GROUND DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Nut Crownlock 7/16-14 Unc Transaxle Hydro Gear 73680700 Fastener Christmas Tree 331-3000 (Order Parts From Transaxle 133835 Bracket Shift Manufacturer) 141004 180642 Key Sq. 1/4 x 1/4 x 2 142918 O-Ring Asm Hydro Gear 7563R...
  • Page 38 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRGT25H48A STEERING ASSEMBLY 1313...
  • Page 39 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRGT25H48A STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 180656 Wheel, Steering 178557 Axle Asm., Front 6855M Fitting, Grease 161849 Spindle Asm, LH 161848 Spindle Asm., RH 6266H Bearing, Race Thrust Harden 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga. 12000029 Ring, Klip #T5304-75 121232X...
  • Page 40 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRGT25H48A ENGINE I SPARK ARRESTER KIT I...
  • Page 41 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRGT25H48A ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION Engine Briggs, Model No. 446777 (Order parts from engine manuf.) 149723 Muffler Side 121361X Pulley V-Idler 177748 Keeper Asm. Belt Engine VGT 175287 Bushing 174605 Clutch Electric 143996 Pulley Engine VGT Elect Clutch 179115 Tank Fuel Rear 5.0 109227X...
  • Page 42 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRGT25H48A SEAT ASSEMBLY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 171684 Seat 72050412 Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 x 1-1/2 140551 Bracket, Pivot Seat 121249X Spacer, Split 140675 123740X Strap, Fender Asm. Spring, Cprsn. 127018X Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 x .62 123976X Nut, Lock 1/4 Lg.
  • Page 43 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRGT25H48A LIFT ASSEMBLY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 121006X 137167 Rod Asm., Lever Rod, Adj Lift 180O45 138057 Knob, Inf 3/8-16 Uric Shaft Asm., Lift Vgt 155097 159189 Lever Asm., Lift Rh Pointer, Height Indicator 120(XX)22 123935X E-Ring Truarc #5133-87...
  • Page 44 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRGT25H48A MOWER DECK >30 122,.
  • Page 45 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRGT25H48A MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 180358 Deck Weldment Mower 48 73680600 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC 178915 Bolt, Carr. 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 Gr. 5 Bracket Asm., Sway Bar 72110612 4939M Retainer Spring 175820 Pulley Idler Flat 178024...
  • Page 46 REPAIR PARTS - - MODEL NUMBER PRGT25H48A TRACTOR DECALS PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Decal, Final Replacement 180895 164097 Decal, Dash 175291 Decal, V-Belt Schematic 180439 Decal, Engine 172743 Decal, Ins. Whl. Strg. 176272 Decal, Hood, RH 140837 Decal, Saddle Brake Parking 176273 Decal, Hood, LH 145005...
  • Page 47 SERVICE NOTES...
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  • Page 50 LIMITED WARRANTY The Manufacturer warrants to the original consumer purchaser that this productas manufacturedis free from defects in materialsand workmanship.For a periodof two (2) years from date of purchaseby the originalconsumerpurchaser,we will repair or replace, at our option,without charge for parts or labor incurredin replacingpads, any part which we find to be defectivedue to materialsor workmanship.
  • Page 51 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL 15 DEGREES MAX. WARNING: To avoid serious injury, operate your tractor up and down the face of slopes, never across the face. Do not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees.
  • Page 52 PARTS AND SERVICE Your POULAN PRO product has been expertly engineered and carefully manufactured to rigid quality standards. As with all mechanical products, some adjustments or part replacement may be necessary during the life of your unit. SERVICE OR REPLACEMENT PARTS: Consult your dealer/place...